LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) - While many anti-abortion groups are hailing a tough new abortion ban passed by Arkansas legislators, one group says the new law wasn't part of its strategy this session.

Arkansas' Legislature this week overrode a gubernatorial veto and passed a law that would ban most abortions in the 12th week of pregnancy and beyond. Courts have allowed abortions until viability, or about 22 to 24 weeks into a pregnancy.

Rose Mimms of Arkansas Right to Life said Thursday that while her group would love to see courts validate the new Arkansas law, it follows an incremental strategy to "make inroads where we can." Arkansas Right to Life didn't endorse the 12-week ban but didn't oppose it either.

Abortion rights groups have said they will challenge the new law in court.